Pathological Staging

Pathological staging is a method used by doctors to determine the extent of cancer based on examining tissue removed during surgery. It involves analyzing the tumor's size, whether it has spread to nearby lymph nodes, and if it has invaded surrounding tissues. This detailed assessment helps doctors understand how advanced the cancer is, predict outcomes, and plan the most effective treatment. Unlike clinical staging, which relies on imaging and tests before surgery, pathological staging provides more precise information because it's based on direct examination of the tissue under a microscope.